AVON, COLO.—The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa Avon, Vail Valley is gearing up for an exciting 2025-2026 ski season with major updates designed to elevate the guest experience. From a newly expanded Ski Valet and refreshed event spaces to private Work Pods and a curated Gondola Market + Café, the resort offers convenience, comfort, and style for winter visitors. Ski Season upgrades now available at The Westin Riverfront include: Expanded Ski Valet: Nearly doubling in size to 4,000 square feet, the Ski Valet now features two cozy fireplaces, extensive seating, and 1,700 boot warmers. Newly configured direct access to The Westin’s Riverfront...

MALDIVES—Green Lodging News was recently approached to learn more about the environmental efforts at the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. The following are the results of questions presented by Green Lodging News to Shoaib Siddiqui, Assistant Chief Engineer at the resort. 1. In what year did the property open? 2019 2. How many employees? 290 3. What plastics have been eliminated to qualify the resort as being free of single-use plastic? For example, is water now available in glass bottles? Another form? Are bathroom amenities available in pump dispensers? What other single-use plastics have been eliminated and why is it so important to do that? From...

DENVER—Under Canvas, a leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced Under Canvas White Mountains is set to open in June of 2026. This marks the brand’s second location in New England and its first in New Hampshire. Set on 86 scenic acres, the new camp offers breathtaking views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range, and is surrounded by rolling meadows, lush forests and orchards—providing guests convenient access to White Mountain National Forest—one of the most visited national forests in the U.S. Within a short drive, guests can explore Franconia Notch State Park, the Kancamagus Highway, and the iconic Mount Washington Cog Railway,...

BOULDER, COLO.—Global design studio WATG, a leader known for delivering dynamic hospitality destinations around the world, has completed the architecture and landscape architecture of Limelight Boulder, a new lifestyle hotel by Aspen One located on the University of Colorado—Boulder’s campus. Situated within Boulder’s “The Hill” neighborhood, known for its vibrant academic community, Limelight Boulder adds 252 guestrooms and suites to the city’s hospitality offerings. Developed by Aspen One in partnership with University of Colorado—Boulder and the City of Boulder, the hotel serves as a new “living room” for the city at a prominent gateway between the campus and the surrounding neighborhood. Built to...

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corp. announces the grand opening of Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa, a new all-inclusive beachfront resort located in a secluded and nature-rich region along the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic, marking the continued expansion of the Dreams Resorts & Spas brand within Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection portfolio. Designed to bring people together through meaningful moments, Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa offers families and multigenerational travelers a scenic escape where nature, comfort, and connection converge. “Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa invites families and multigenerational travelers to relax, reconnect, and discover the beauty of the Dominican Republic,” said Ángel Medina,...

COPENHAGEN—1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle hotel brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces the official opening of 1 Hotel Copenhagen, a transformative reimagining of the historic Skt. Petri. Copenhagen is one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities and a beacon of sustainability. So, it makes sense that 1 Hotels—a purpose-driven brand built around sustainable travel—chose the city for its first location in continental Europe. Drawing on Copenhagen’s commitment to climate leadership and eco-conscious living, the hotel pairs Nordic craftsmanship with a deep connection to nature. Guests will find calming interiors shaped by natural materials, living landscapes that shift with the seasons, and a lifestyle...

PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS—Atlantis Paradise Island, a global leader in marine life conservation, has been awarded Virtuoso’s Sustainable Leadership: Protecting the Planet Award, recognizing the resort’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in the Bahamas. This honor highlights the resort’s ongoing dedication to preserving surrounding marine ecosystems and advancing responsible tourism as part of its new era of growth and transformation. Virtuoso, a leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, announced its 2025 Virtuoso Global Awards during its 37th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, which took place August 9 to 15 in Las Vegas. Atlantis Paradise Island was honored among...

HONOLULU—Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort announced that its Tapa Tower has been LEED certified, becoming the first LEED-certified tower within the Park Hotels & Resorts portfolio. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the world’s most widely used green building rating system and a global symbol of excellence. LEED-certified buildings promote sustainability through practices that improve environmental and human health. “We see the achievement of this LEED certification as another way we get to take care of this place we call home,” said Debi Bishop, Managing Director of Hilton Hawaiian...

BEND, ORE.—A new chapter begins for one of Bend’s most storied buildings as the restored Westman boutique hotel opens reservations ahead of its highly anticipated fall debut. Located in the heart of downtown Bend, The Westman breathes new life into the city’s former and once vibrant United States Post Office with 23 uniquely designed guestrooms and elevated, community-driven common space areas. Named after Minnie Westman, a trailblazing mail carrier west of the Mississippi River, the consciously refined, independently Oregonian-owned and operated hotel pays tribute to her enduring legacy of grit and independence. Hailed in a New York Times article as someone who “carries the mail...

BANGKOK—Six Senses has signed a hotel management agreement with Narai Hospitality Group to introduce Six Senses Bangkok as part of Hatai, a visionary mixed-use development on the site of the iconic Narai Hotel in the heart of Silom. Narai Hotel first opened its doors in 1968, becoming a trailblazer in Thailand’s hospitality story as a grand gathering place that shaped Silom’s skyline and set the scene for its thriving business and social district. For over five decades, its dedication to exceptional service and unique offerings made it a beloved establishment for travelers, celebrities, and royalty. Now, in partnership with Narai Hospitality Group,...